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7 There's No Place Like Home 8 Reading Before Reading رابط الدرس www.ien.edu.sa Work in pairs. Which do you think are the main strengths of the people and the economy of Saudi Arabia? Read the passage and underline all the positive features about people and the economy. رؤية VISION 2030 المملكة العربية السعودية KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is blessed with a significant wealth of natural resources, an Islamic, family oriented society and extraordinary opportunities for economic growth. The nation's Islamic faith, national identity, culture and heritage make it special and provide limitless potential for development. The nation is honored to welcome and serve an increasing number of pilgrims and visitors, from across the globe, every year. The expansion of the Two Holy Mosques and the upgrading of services and facilities had helped to cater for 15 million visitors from its development until 2020. These improvements will continue to ensure that all pilgrims are well looked after when they visit. The People Saudi Arabia's 2030 vision is largely based on the ambition, determination and talents of its people and their Islamic values. It is important, therefore, for the members of the Saudi society to be supported by social, health care and educational systems in order to cultivate and nurture its children in the best way possible to prepare them for a promising future. Cultural and entertainment projects will include the establishment of libraries, galleries, museums and the organization of different types of events and activities. Housing and community development projects will provide a pleasant, secure and sustainable environment for the citizens of the Kingdom. An updated educational system will provide high quality learning and develop available talent and potential. Graduates will have the knowledge and skills required by the job market and access to many opportunities for professional development. The Economy The Kingdom's economy has great growth potential. A diversified and renewed business environment will offer employment opportunities to all citizens and attract new investors. Improved and updated services and facilities will attract small and large companies, interested in participating actively in a dynamic economy. Telecommunications and information technology will be updated and made available in urban and rural areas. The Kingdom's strategic position that connects the waterways of three continents, Europe, Africa and Asia, will make it a leading trading and transportation port for cargo from different countries across the globe. Streamlined government services will facilitate the introduction of new business sectors and partners and support growth. Investment opportunities will be increased through privatization of state owned assets and agencies. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will be a leading business hub with limitless opportunities for the development of new talent and creative enterprises. Adapted from the text of the Vision Programs at https://vision 2030.gov.sa/en and from the text that was drafted by the pil Council of Economic and Development Affairs as instructed by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman Ministry of bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. 2024-1066 MG_02_COMBO_TEXT_2024.indb 106 30/4/24 2:30 AM

ta After Reading 1. What are the main strengths of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia? 2. What kind of support is necessary for the Kingdom's society to prepare for 2030? 3. What types of events and activities will be available for citizens? 4. How will the educational system differ compared to the past? 5. In what way will the Kingdom's geographical position affect its role in international trade? 6. Which factors will affect investment opportunities? 9 Speaking 1. Work in pairs. Think about your family or an imaginary family in your city/town in 2030. 2. Make notes in the chart about: • • members of the family (age, jobs, plans) the area and the house they live in technology and telecommunications • travel and entertainment activities • culture and education 3. Use your notes to compare ideas in groups or in class. Family members Area & Housing Technology & Telecommunications وزارة التعليم Ministry of Education 2024-1446 MG_02_COMBO_TEXT_2024.indb 107 Travel & Entertainment Culture & Education Other 107 30/4/24 2:31 AM